1924 Beaux-Arts bank hall, DTLA
The Majestic Downtown Wedding Photographer
A 1924 Beaux-Arts former bank with 30-foot hand-painted Italian ceilings, marble columns and grand staircases — a true palace of a ballroom in Downtown LA.
About The Majestic Downtown
The Majestic Downtown occupies the 1924 A.G. Bartlett Building, originally the Hellman Commercial Trust and Savings Bank, designed by celebrated architects Schultze and Weaver at the height of the Beaux-Arts movement. Its main hall soars under 30-foot hand-painted Italian ceilings framed by arched windows, sculpted marble columns, crystal chandeliers, original marble floors and sweeping grand staircases — with a preserved bank vault couples use for dramatic photos.
Couples choose the Majestic for old-Hollywood grandeur that photographs like a film set while keeping the whole celebration under one roof. Multiple event levels flow from ceremony to cocktails to reception, in-house catering and bar are optional rather than required, and the architecture is so ornate that many weddings need very little added decor.
Location · 650 S. Spring St, Downtown Los Angeles
Style · 1924 Beaux-Arts former bank hall — marble, chandeliers, painted ceilings
Capacity · Up to 550 seated · 1,200 cocktail
Venue fee from · $4,050 (site fee)
Best season · Year-round (fully indoor); fall & winter most popular
Last updated July 2026 · Official site & history page, The Knot, WeddingWire, Wedding Spot, LA building records
The complete The Majestic planning guide
Capacity & spaces
Ceremony · 350
Reception · 550
Cocktail/standing · 1200
Rentable spaces
- The Majestic (ground level + mezzanine) — 15,400 sq ft main hall plus 4,000 sq ft mezzanine under 30-ft painted ceilings; ~600 seated or 1,200 cocktail, with foyer, green room, raised stage, two built-in bars and grand staircases
- The Reserve (lower level) — 5,100 sq ft modern nightlife-style room with three full bars and dance-floor lighting, up to ~700 guests
- Catwalk (lower level) — 5,500 sq ft modern-industrial space with multi-level platforms, up to ~750 guests
- Mezzanine — elevated tier ideal for cocktail hour overlooking the main hall
- Historic bank vault — preserved original vault used for portraits and cake/dessert reveals
- Bridal and groom suites — separate private dressing rooms included
Pricing
Site fee from · $4,050
Reception fee (off-peak) · $5,000
Reception fee (peak) · $12,000
Ceremony fee · $1,500
All-in ceremony + reception rental · roughly $10,000–$20,000
Bar service · from $30 per person
Catering & bar
Catering is flexible: the Majestic offers in-house catering and bar service, but both are optional and couples may bring an approved outside caterer, using the venue's full on-site kitchen. Alcohol must be served by a licensed bartender or caterer, and bar packages start around $30 per person.
Rules & restrictions
- Generous access — up to 18 hours including setup and cleanup
- Alcohol must be served by a licensed, insured bartender/caterer
- Wedding coordinator required
- General liability insurance required
- All decorations subject to venue approval; confirm open-flame/candle policy with the venue
- Security and coat check provided on site
Getting ready, parking & access
Getting ready · Separate bride's and groom's dressing suites included in the site fee
Parking · Valet parking available plus multiple nearby lots; venue provides limited complimentary passes
Accessibility · Wheelchair accessible
Rain plan · Fully indoor across all levels — completely weatherproof
How to book
Book directly with the venue at (213) 278-7162 or info@majesticdowntown.com to check dates and request a tour; this is one of DTLA's most in-demand historic halls, so prime Saturdays are best secured 10–15 months out.
Photographing The Majestic
The main hall's arched windows deliver beautiful directional daylight for ceremonies and portraits by day, while the 30-ft painted ceilings, crystal chandeliers and warm uplighting carry the room after dark — plan supplemental lighting for the lower-level Reserve and Catwalk, which are darker, club-style spaces.
Signature backdrops are the grand marble staircases, the two-story sculpted columns and painted Italian ceilings, and the preserved bank vault for standout portraits; the Indiana-limestone Beaux-Arts façade on Spring Street works for editorial exterior frames.
Engagement sessions at The Majestic
The Beaux-Arts marble, staircases and original vault make the Majestic a cinematic setting for engagement and pre-wedding sessions when the room isn't set for an event.
Best light · Daytime through the arched windows; chandelier glow after dark
Signature spots · Grand staircase, marble columns, bank vault
Nearby · Historic Core façades and neon along Spring & Broadway
The studio arranges off-event access, times portraits to the arched-window daylight, and stages the grand staircase and vault for the strongest frames.
What couples love
- Show-stopping 1924 Beaux-Arts architecture — painted ceilings, marble and chandeliers that create Old Hollywood grandeur with minimal added decor
- Everything under one roof: ceremony, cocktails and reception flow seamlessly across levels
- Separate, well-appointed bride and groom suites included
- Site fee bundles chairs, tables, linens, china, flatware, glassware, setup and cleanup
- Professional, responsive coordination staff; a multi-year Best of Weddings winner
Good to know
- Peak-season reception pricing (up to ~$12,000, all-in $10k–$20k) puts it at the higher end
- A coordinator and general liability insurance are required, and decor must be venue-approved
- Valet lines can get long at peak times, and only limited complimentary passes are provided
- Lower-level Reserve and Catwalk are dark club-style rooms that need added lighting for photos
- The soaring, echoey stone hall benefits from professional sound/AV planning
A typical wedding day at The Majestic
Getting ready — Couple preps in the separate bride and groom suites
Ceremony — Vows in the main hall beneath 30-ft painted ceilings and by the grand staircase
Cocktail hour — Guests gather on the mezzanine overlooking the room while the floor is set
Reception — Dinner and dancing under chandeliers with the built-in bars in play
Golden hour — Portraits on the marble staircase and inside the historic vault, then the limestone façade at dusk
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can The Majestic Downtown accommodate?
The main hall seats up to about 550–600 for dinner and holds up to 1,200 for a cocktail reception; lower-level rooms add capacity for larger, club-style events.
What was the building originally?
It's the 1924 A.G. Bartlett Building, originally the Hellman Commercial Trust and Savings Bank and later a Bank of America headquarters, designed by Schultze and Weaver.
Can we use our own caterer?
Yes. In-house catering and bar are available but optional — you may bring an approved outside caterer and use the full on-site kitchen. Alcohol must be served by a licensed bartender.
What does the site fee include?
Tables, chairs, linens, china, flatware and glassware, setup and cleanup, a day-of coordinator, bride's and groom's suites, security and a coat-check room.
How much does a wedding cost here?
Site fees start around $4,050; reception fees run $5,000 off-peak to $12,000 peak, ceremonies are about $1,500, and full ceremony-plus-reception rentals land roughly $10,000–$20,000, with bar from about $30 per person.
Is there a getting-ready space?
Yes — separate, private bride and groom dressing suites are included.
What about parking?
Valet parking is available along with multiple nearby lots; the venue provides a limited number of complimentary passes, and valet lines can be long at peak times.
How long do we have the venue?
Up to 18 hours including setup and cleanup, giving ample time for décor and vendor load-in.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible.
Can we use the bank vault for photos?
Yes — the preserved original vault is a popular spot for portraits and dramatic cake or dessert reveals.
Do we need insurance and a coordinator?
Yes, general liability insurance and a wedding coordinator are both required, and decorations must be approved by the venue.
Getting there & logistics
Address · 650 S. Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90014
From LAX · ~16 mi · 30–40 min
Neighborhood · Historic Core, Downtown LA
Nearby getting-ready hotels
- Millennium Biltmore Hotel
- Hotel Per La
- The Hoxton, Downtown LA
- Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles
The history behind The Majestic
- Built in 1924 as the A.G. Bartlett Building, originally home to the Hellman Commercial Trust and Savings Bank.
- Designed by architects Schultze and Weaver during the height of the Beaux-Arts movement, clad in Indiana limestone.
- It later served as a national headquarters for Bank of America, with original banking elements — including the vault — preserved.
- Interior highlights include 30-foot hand-painted Italian ceilings, crystal chandeliers, arched windows, sculpted marble columns and original marble floors.
- The building is protected on the National Register of Historic Places and has been used as a filming location, notably for scenes in The Holiday.
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